Course Description
a typical day on this gap project
Volunteers prepare food, feed the animals, maintain the sanctuaries and assist with releases when possible.
Day 1, Sunday: Arrive at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Volunteers will be picked up and taken to settle in with their host family.
Days 2-5, Monday- Thursday: Partake in an exciting cultural immersion week, including Spanish language lessons, several orientation sessions, Latin dance classes, a yoga session and more!
Days 6-7, Friday and Saturday (or through Sunday): Free time in San Jose! (See Travel Highlights below for travel destination suggestions.)
Days 8-9, Sunday and Monday: Transfer to the bus terminal for the trip to the chosen animal rescue centre. Transfer day is dependent upon sanctuary placement.
Days 10-13, Tuesday - Friday: Meaningful volunteer work at the wildlife sanctuary.
Day 14, Saturday: Volunteers staying only two weeks will return to their San Jose host family for departure the next day. Those remaining at the project will have a day off to enjoy surrounding areas (variety of places to visit!)
Day 15, Sunday: Departure day for those staying just two weeks.
Weeks 3-12: Additional weeks allow for weekdays of exciting volunteer work and fun weekends.
Would you be a good fit?
the requirements for this course
Age: 18 - 70
Conversational Spanish required. Beginners should enroll in a minimum 2-week Spanish course (for an additional fee)
Able to cope with basic conditions
Physically fit
Love and respect for animals
Flexible and open-minded to do all kinds of chores, depending on project needs
Adaptability to the weather in Costa Rica (tropical climate - high temperatures and humidity during the rainy season)
All volunteers coming from South America or Africa must have a yellow fever vaccination certification in order to enter Costa Rica
What can we offer you?
why choose us for your gap year
Accommodations, most meals, airport pick-up, 24/7 support from GoEco and the local team.
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